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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Technology
Daniel Joshua Flores

17 Million IG Accounts at Risk: IG Data Breach Sees Private Data Hit Dark Web

If your inbox is suddenly filling up with Instagram password reset emails you never asked for, it may be a sign someone is trying to access your account. A new report from cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes has flagged a massive data breach affecting approximately 17.5 million users, with the leaked data including sensitive personal information.

The exposure, which reportedly includes physical addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers, has put millions at risk of account takeovers and targeted scams. The data is now allegedly for sale on the dark web.

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